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Senior Solutions Architect

BizTek People, Inc. | APA International Placement Consultants
Portland, OR Full Time
POSTED ON 7/6/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/6/2026

Title: Senior Solutions Architect

Duration: 6 Months

Location: Remote

 

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced AWS Full Stack Architect to design, implement, and optimize end-to-end cloud solutions for PGE's business needs. This role combines expertise in data architecture, IT solution architecture, and full-stack development on the AWS platform. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in architecting scalable, secure, and cost-effective solutions using a wide range of AWS services.

Responsibilities

Cloud Architecture

  • Design and implement cloud architectures on AWS for various workloads, including web applications, microservices, data pipelines, and analytics solutions.
  • Leverage AWS services such as EC2, Lambda, API Gateway, S3, RDS, DynamoDB, Amplify and others to build robust and scalable solutions.
  • Optimize cloud architectures for performance, scalability, reliability, security, and cost-effectiveness.
  • Implement DevOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure as code (IaC), and automated deployment processes.

 

Data Architecture

  • Design and implement data architectures on AWS using services like S3, Athena, Glue, Kinesis, and others.
  • Build automated data pipelines for ETL/ELT processes using AWS data integration services.
  • Implement data governance, data quality, master data management, and metadata management processes.
  • Collaborate with data engineers, analysts, and scientists to understand data requirements.

 

IT Solution Architecture

  • Gather and analyze business requirements and translate them into technical specifications and architectural designs.
  • Design and document the architecture for new IT solutions, including system integrations, data flows, and AWS components.
  • Evaluate and recommend appropriate AWS services, third-party tools, and best practices to meet PGE's needs.
  • Conduct architectural reviews and provide guidance to ensure adherence to standards and governance policies.

 

General

  • Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and knowledge-sharing to other IT and data professionals.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful implementation of designed solutions.
  • Ensure compliance with PGE's security, governance, and regulatory requirements.


Requirements

Requirements

  • 7 years of experience in cloud architecture, data architecture, IT solution architecture, or related roles.
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
  • Is utilities experience required? (Y/N) N
  • Certification Requirements (Any Preferences): TOGAF , AWS certifications etc.
  • Strong expertise in a wide range of AWS services, including but not limited to EC2, Lambda, API Gateway, S3, RDS, DynamoDB, Athena, Glue, , Kinesis, and others.
  • Proficiency in data modeling, dimensional modeling, and database design.
  • Knowledge of data integration, ETL/ELT processes, and tools.
  • Familiarity with enterprise architecture frameworks (e.g., TOGAF, Zachman) is a plus
  • Strong programming skills in languages such as Python, Java, or Node.js.
  • Experience with DevOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines, IaC, and automated deployment.
  • Strong problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.

 

Top 3 Must-Haves (Hard and/or Soft Skills):

1. AWS services, including but not limited to EC2, Lambda, API Gateway, S3, RDS, DynamoDB, Athena, Glue, Kinesis, and other

2. Data modeling, dimensional modeling, and database design

3. Strong problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills.

 

Top 3 Nice-To-Haves (Hard and/or Soft Skills)

1. Familiarity with enterprise architecture frameworks (e.g., TOGAF, Zachman

2. Experience with DevOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines, IaC, and automated

3. Knowledge of data integration, ETL/ELT processes, and tools.



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